Theme Park

 DS
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. GameSpy
    70
    Young players will immediately point at the lack of some "obvious" features such as a full multiplayer mode (the current mode only consists of visiting other players' parks without any real way of interacting with them).
  2. Eurogamer
    70
    Being able to swap profiles using Wi-Fi is a nice touch, but we don't need to be touched, we need to be manhandled.
  3. PALGN
    70
    Theme Park on the DS is essentially just a port, but the game has aged well and is still a fantastic title for those who like sim games.
  5. VideoGamer
    70
    Its depth is fairly lacking by modern standards, so genre veterans may want to stay clear, but management sim newcomers will find a well designed and fun little game.
  6. GameSpot
    69
    It's not as complex as current-day management sims, but this portable remake of the 1994 classic is as addictive and time consuming as ever.
  7. Games Master UK
    69
    Top stuff if you've never played "Theme Park" before, but familiar otherwise. [May 2007, p.75]
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  8. Nintendo Power
    60
    The game does have a whimsical charm, however, and the majority of play control is touch-activated and intuitive. [May 2007, p.86]
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  9. Edge Magazine
    60
    A tasteful translation of an enduring classic, but it remains too cautious to satisfy those looking for innovation. [May 2007, p.95]
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Awards & Rankings

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#47 Best DS Game of 2007
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#39 Most Discussed DS Game of 2007
48
#48 Most Shared DS Game of 2007

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 3 out of 15
  1. SteveC.
    May 11, 2007
    9
    Very complex and a lot of fun. It makes my daily train commute go by very quickly. Fans of sim games will love it.
  2. bethanyds
    Nov 13, 2015
    4
    Didn't really enjoy it all that much. Difficult controls, and a ridiculous learning curve. Even with the tutorial, I kept encounteringDidn't really enjoy it all that much. Difficult controls, and a ridiculous learning curve. Even with the tutorial, I kept encountering problems and basically flailing until I figured out how to fix them.… Full Review »
  3. AsheZx
    Nov 9, 2014
    8
    It's basically a port to DS. It's a good game that is fun to play on the go, and I would recommend it to anyone who likes simulation games. IIt's basically a port to DS. It's a good game that is fun to play on the go, and I would recommend it to anyone who likes simulation games. I would have liked to see maybe a small graphical update - but nevertheless this bullfrog classic has made a smooth transition to 3DS.… Full Review »
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